Barbells & Plates
Olympic barbells, bumper plates and iron plates compared on tensile strength, knurling, durometer and cost per pound.
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Our pick
CAP Barbell Economy Olympic Bumper Plate Set, 260 lb
Five pairs, 10-45 lb · steel hub · IWF-standard diameter
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Our pick
CAP Barbell 300 lb Olympic Set with 7 ft Bar
255 lb of iron plates · 2 collars · bar rated 500 lb
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Best coated iron
REP Fitness Rubber Coated Olympic Plates (Tri-Grip)
Cast iron core · ±3% tolerance · not drop-rated
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Upgrade pick
Fringe Sport Black Bumper Plates, 160 lb Set
10, 25, 45 lb pairs · virgin rubber · ±1% tolerance